In-Home Personal Care Aide

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides or assists clients with activities of daily living including:- bathing in bed, tub or shower
• Care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing
• Care of teeth and mouth including denture care
• Nail care, filing only
• Skin care including pericare and applying lotion
• Transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair
• Ambulation assistance including with cane, walker and crutches
• Personal care dressing of client
• Medication reminder
• Liv-in and Sleep Over’s:- secures clients home for the night and provides reassurance by being present at the client's home during the nighttime hours
• Utilize the E.V.V. (Electronic Visit Verification) program as applicable
• Assists with household tasks directly essential to client's personal care
• Accompany clients to medical appointments or shopping if necessary and performs other essential errands
• Measures and records oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse and respiration, and blood pressure when ordered within the training limitations of the aide
• Prepares meals as required based upon client's preferred diet
• Provides clean and safe environment within the home including safe use of equipment such as side rails, oxygen, wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.
• Records and reports activities related to personal care responsibilities, as required
• Reports observations of the client's condition to the Branch Manager or Office Assistant
• Notifies the Branch Manager immediately if any incidents or accidents occur

  Required Qualifications

  • Current driver's license and vehicle insurance, access to a dependable vehicle
  • State Specific Requirements: NY - Must have completed a training program in home health aide services OR equivalent exam OR one full year experience in providing personal care services through a home care agency OR training program in personal care services.
  • Preferred Qualifications: Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire, 6+ months of home care experience, Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet identified clients' needs

    Pay and Benefits

    Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $21.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

    Our mission of helping people live healthier lives extends to our team members. Learn more about our range of benefits designed to help you live well.

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    Emotional Education, tools and resources to help you reduce and manage stress, build resilience and more.

    Physical Health plans and other coverage to support wellness for you and your loved ones.

    Financial Benefits for today and to help you plan for the future, including your retirement.

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